Solutions and Solubility Review

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What is solubility?

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The maximum amount of solute that can dissolve in a given amount of solvent at a specific temperature.

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What is a saturated solution?

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A solution that contains the maximum amount of solute that can be dissolved at a given temperature.

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What does it mean to dilute a solution?

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To lower the concentration of solute per solvent.

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What is the effect of temperature on solubility?

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Generally, increasing the temperature increases the solubility of solids in liquids.

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What is a supersaturated solution?

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A solution that contains more solute than it can theoretically hold at a given temperature.

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How can you increase the rate of solute dissolving in a solvent?

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By heating the solvent or stirring the solution.

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What is the solubility of KBr at 80°C?

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100 grams per 100 grams of water.

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What happens to the solubility of gases in liquids as temperature increases?

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The solubility of gases generally decreases as temperature increases.

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What is the difference between a concentrated and a dilute solution?

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A concentrated solution has a high amount of solute relative to the solvent, while a dilute solution has a low amount of solute.

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What is the role of a solvent in a solution?

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The solvent is the substance that dissolves the solute, forming a solution.